Labour’s defence spending delay sparks tensions with Trump, as Farage warns of serious consequences for UK-US relations
London: Labour is in hot water over its plans to delay a promised boost in defence spending. This could lead to some serious friction with Donald Trump.
Nigel Farage, the head of Reform UK, is sounding the alarm. He says this move puts the UK on a “collision course” with the US President, who’s been pushing NATO countries to increase their military budgets.
Keir Starmer, Labour’s leader, claims they’ll meet their spending pledge when the economy allows. But Farage isn’t buying it. He’s calling out Labour for potentially clashing with Trump on defence and other issues.
Recent reports suggest Labour’s defence review might push back its goal of spending 2.5% of GDP on defence until 2032. That’s a far cry from Boris Johnson’s promise to hit that target by 2028.
Former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace is also upset, labeling Labour as “dangerous” for not prioritizing national security. He fears the UK could lose its standing in NATO just as global threats are rising.
Wallace warns that Labour might turn their backs on the troops, leading to a decline in military readiness. Shadow Defence Secretary James Cartlidge is equally frustrated, pointing out that Labour is ignoring the urgent need for more funding.
He highlights the growing threats from Russia and criticizes Labour for delaying necessary cash for the armed forces. It’s clear that tensions are rising, and many are calling for immediate action.
